LEADBETTER, Larry Clayton
Passed away peacefully in his 58th year at his home in Oshawa with his loving longtime partner, Donna by his side, on Monday, February 19, 2007. Larry was predeceased by his mother and father, Elroy and Elise Leadbetter. Larry is survived by his one brother, Roy and sisters, Marilyn, Carol, Lorraine, Betty Lou and spouses. He will be greatly missed by his step-children, Tammy, Sherry, Heather, Brian and spouses. Step-grandchildren, Kristen, Jennifer, Brittney, Justin, Josh and Poppa to Braeben. Also his many nieces, nephews and many friends. Larry was a dedicated 17 year member of Alcoholics Anonymous and an inspiration to many. Family will receive friends at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Funeral Service in the Chapel On Friday, February 23rd, 2007 at 1pm. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry's memory to the Canadian Liver Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and - 7-9pm.
McGRATH, Alexander
Peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2007 at Lakeridge Health Centre - Oshawa surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Iris for 54 years. Loving father of George and his wife, Sheila. Cherished "Granda" to Jill, Amber and Christopher. Survived by his brother-in-law, Frederick and his wife, Eilish and family; sister-in-law, Marie and family; brother-in-law Joe and family and his cousin Ronnie McKitterick and his wife and family. Alexander will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews and extended family members. Guests will be received at the MOUNT LAWN RECEPTION CENTRE, 21 Garrard Rd., Whitby, (just north of Hwy. 2) on Thursday, February 22nd from 1-3 and 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Friday, February 23rd at 11 a.m. Interment at Pine Hills Cemetery, Toronto. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors and nurses at Lakeridge Health in both Oshawa and Whitby. In lieu of flowers, donations directed in Alexander's memory to the Canadian Kidney Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
RICHARDSON, June Lillian
Peacefully at home in Beaverton, surrounded by her family on Monday, February 19, 2007. Beloved mother of Diane (Bob), Gail (Jimmy), Janice (Michael), Robert (Sharon), Karren (Greg), Margaret (Roy), John (Leslie) and Sharyl (Dave). Will be lovingly remembered by 20 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Survived by brothers and sisters. A celebration of life service will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 517 Mara Road, Beaverton on Friday, February 23, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. The family would appreciate memorial donations to the Charity of your choice.
TAMBLYN, Hilda (nee: Rowland)
At Lakeridge Health Bowmanville on Monday, February 19, 2007 in her 96th year. Hilda, beloved wife of the late James Tamblyn. Loved mother of W. John Tamblyn and his wife, Laurel, C. Ross Tamblyn and his wife, Michele, Jean and her husband, Gary MacDougal, and Marilyn and her husband, Wayne Coons and her late infant son, James Ralph Tamblyn. Loving grandmother of James (Louise), Carrie, Milton (fiancée Ellen), Jeremy, Adam (Lauralee), Sarah (Ryan) and Stephanie. Loving great-grandmother of Leah, Mykayla, A.J. and Amelia. Dear sister-in-law of Pat Rowland and her late husband, William (Bill) Rowland and Jean Tamblyn. Friends may pay their respect at the MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 4 Division St., Bowmanville on Wednesday, February 21, 2007 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral service in the MORRIS CHAPEL on Thursday at 11 a.m. Spring Interment Orono Cemetery. Donation in Hilda's memory to the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be gratefully appreciated.
BASSI, Leo G.
At Extendicare Long Term Care Facility on Sunday, February 18, 2007. Leo Bassi at 92 years of age, beloved husband of Lidia (nee Marras). Loving brother of Lea Trombino of Toronto, Leonina Locatelli and her husband, Pietro of Oshawa, Luciana Antonetti of Italy. Leo will be fondly remembered by his nieces; Cristina (Alessandro), Teresa (GianPietro), Carla, Marisa (Giorgio), Ursula and Nereide both of Italy and by his great nieces and nephews; Daiana, Delia, Lisa, Lara, Andrea, Massimo and Laura. Many thanks to the staff of Unit 2 at Extendicare for their great care and compassion. Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa with Funeral Service in the Chapel on Thursday, February 22 at 1 p.m. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
CLARK, Joseph Henry (Harry)
(Lifetime happy trucker)
Suddenly while on a golf vacation in Orangeburg, South Carolina, on Sunday, February 18, 2007, in his 73rd year. Harry, loving husband of the late E. Jean Clark. Dear father of Patricia and Ross Morris of Orono, Kim and Wayne Pearce of Bethany, Lynn and Alf Alldread of Newcastle, Dan and Fran Clark of Peterborough, John and Georgina Clark of Peterborough, Carole and Sully McMann of Peterborough, Tammy of Peterborough, Shawna and Laird Story of Bewdley, Carri Clark of Cobourg, and the late Terry Waddell. Sadly missed by many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Predeceased by one brother and several sisters. Following cremation, friends may call at ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 214 King Ave. E., Newcastle, on Friday, February 23, from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m., with a memorial funeral mass to be held at 2:00 p.m. Donations to the CNIB or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario in Harry's memory would be appreciated by his family and may be made through NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 1-877- 987-3964, with whom arrangements have been entrusted.
GILMORE, Douglas William
June 21st, 1932 - February 18th, 2007.
Doug passed away at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa. Beloved husband of Marilyn (nee Mayne) for 49 years. Loving father to Derek (Brenda) of Cambridge and Denise Smith (Cameron) of Kingston. Dear Grampa of Crystal Kikuchi (David) of Fall River, Nova Scotia, Ashley and Megan Gilmore, Conner and Madison Smith. Brother-in-law of Gail Holley. Doug was an active member of the Oshawa Golf and Curling Club. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Wednesday, February 21st from 2 - 4 - 7 - 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel Thursday, February 22nd at 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
HILLYER, Frederick John
In his 79th year.
Suddenly at home on Sunday, February 18th, 2007. Beloved husband of Helen for 55 years. Dear father of Rick (Dale), Doug (Sharon) and Bruce. Cherished Papa of Luke - Brett. Dear brother-in-law of Avard (Rena) Carmichael and Doug (Teresa) Carmichael. Visitation will take place at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division St. N., Bowmanville, on Wednesday, February 21st, 2007 from 10 - 11 am. Funeral Service will be held in our Chapel at 11 am. Cremation. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to The Lupus Foundation.
QUICKMIRE, Joan (nee Gray)
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday, February 18, 2007 at the age of 79. Predeceased by husband, Derek. Beloved mother of Bryan (Alison), June (Alex), and Ian (Amy). Cherished grandmother of Jonathan, Nate, and Greg. She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. A memorial service will be held at W.C. TOWN FUNERAL CHAPEL, 110 Dundas Street East, Whitby (905-668-3410) on Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at 1 pm. Friends are welcome to join the family at home afterward. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
The colours of the rainbow,
so pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces of people going by
I see friends shakin' hands, sayin' 'How do you do?'
They're really saying 'I love you'
ROWE, Charlotte 'Kitty'
Passed peacefully with her family by her side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Sunday, February 18, 2007 in her 83rd year. Kitty, beloved wife of Howard Rowe. Loving mother of Wayne and his wife, Joanne, Bill and his wife, Joceyln. Dear grandmother of Michelle and her husband, Borden Graham, Kyp and his wife Nina, Jesse, Corey, Cameron, Sarah, Kathryn and great-grandmother of Katrina. Loved sister of Dorothy Walker. Memorial reception will be held at the KINGSWAY ARMS, 65 Clarington Blvd., Bowmanville, on Thursday, February 22, 2007 from 2 - 4 p.m. Cremation at Bowmanville Crematorium. Donations to the Diabetes Association or Bowmanville Salvation Army would be gratefully appreciated.